Med+
Welcome to Med+ (Med Plus) -- a blog for medical innovations and new medical technology and gadgetry. Join me in my quest to find the most wondrous medical advancements as humans continue to fight against diseases and illnesses.
Finger Clubbing Mystery Solved, Hippocrates Nods Head in Approval
by Mariella Moon
More than 2,000 years ago, Hippocrates died wondering what the cause of finger clubbing was; now, the scientists of Leeds University were able to solve the mystery.
Possible Cure For Fatal Skin Cancer?
by Mariella Moon
A man is reportedly cured of fatal skin cancer using cloned cells from his own immune system.
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3 comments Noninvasive Alternative to Gastric Bypass Surgery
by Mariella Moon
A new noninvasive device could be used to treat morbid obesity and gastroesophageal-reflux disease (GERD) without the need for surgery.
Pig Bladder Re-Grows Human Finger, Scientists Cry Foul
by Mariella Moon
A man who chopped off his finger accidentally reportedly re-grew it using a "magical" substance from a pig's bladder.
Man’s Appendix Removed through Mouth
by Mariella Moon
An appendectomy patient gets his appendix removed through his mouth; started eating pizza and doing sit-ups a mere three days later.
Got Allergies? Stick a Filter Up Your Nose
by Mariella Moon
Prevent allergens from triggering your allergies by...sticking a filter up your nose?
Nanomachine Kills Cancer Cells With Exposure To Light
by Mariella Moon
A new nanomachine from UCLA kills cancer cells as controlled by light.
Heart Ailment Diagnosis Could Be Just a Spit Away
by Mariella Moon
A new technology could diagnose ailments using one's...saliva?
Robotic Snake Can Perform Heart Surgeries
by Mariella Moon
At the Carnegie Mellon University, a snakelike robot called “CardioArm” was devised to aid in heart surgeries.
No More Needles (Again)? P.L.E.A.S.E. Delivers Medicine Without Needles
by Mariella Moon
P.L.E.A.S.E. can deliver medication through your skin without the pain that comes with injections.